Homestyle: Back to school

Colorful hooks let kids keep everyday items in one spot and make it easy for them to grab on their way to school. Fun designs like these can motivate them to keep their belongings off the floor.

Hook racks come in handy for a growing family with kids coming and going from school and activities. Wall shelves can be another space saver for sports equipment and other gear.

Get creative with your child’s furniture placement throughout the house, like this modest desk from IKEA that can double as a sofa table and be made to fit just about any space.

Pegboards can be a parent’s best friend. With so much flexibility, these handy little helpers help to keep chaos at bay. Place important documents, invites, crafts and other supplies front and center with this simple yet efficient system.

Configurations that can adapt to fit different family members and scenarios can work wonders for organizing little ones and evolve with them as they grow. For instance, a pegboard attached to the side of a table or desk keeps materials nearby.

Closed storage options in the form of closets and drawers prevent the visual clutter that can become overwhelming in a house full of kids. Clever pieces that pull double duty like a storage bench can save space in any part of the home.

Closed storage options in the form of closets and drawers prevent the visual clutter that can become overwhelming in a house full of kids. Clever pieces that pull double duty like a storage bench can save space in any part of the home.

Lightweight storage boxes are perfect for school documents and artwork that you want to save. These pieces are easy to move around the house from a bedroom to a storage area for safekeeping.

Experts agree that parents should keep like items together, making them easier to find and sort through at the end of each school year.

School Calendar Stickers can help parents and kids keep track of important happenings like special occasions and dates. Visual reminders like these make schedules more manageable.

Sometimes the best way to teach is to lead by example with organizational tools for adults and kids who can inspire each other in the process. Colorful calendar reminders can be a fun find for all ages.

Who needs bookends or giant piles when some connecting storage bins will do the trick? Solutions like these can work especially well for households with multiple kids.

Turn a spare space into a playroom where kids’ toys and school supplies can be neatly arranged in baskets, bins and drawers. A surface for activities keeps the floor neat and clean.

Keep all family members organized with connecting storage bins that can separate school subjects or projects while housing everything together in one place.

Who can resist a laundry basket with a face like this? Let your kids pick a fun style that may just motivate them to use it for a change.

Labels take your storage containers to another level like these attractive baskets that can help you stash your kids’ stuff.

Label your containers with the days of the week or any other way that helps you stay on top of all your stuff. Color-coded systems can also make your household and routines more efficient and effective.

Sometimes all it takes is one innovative container to take your home from disaster status to under control. This art bin has special slots for markers, crayons and can house other supplies together for easy access and order.

Investing in multiples of a product that you have come to like can keep the look of your rooms cohesive. You can use the same bins for children’s books in one room and their toys in another.

A corkboard can hold school forms, invites and grocery lists for the week. Decorative styles add a distinctive touch to your walls.

Kids should have a place for their books and toys from an early age. A colorful bookcase might entice them to keep it neat and tidy. Make sure furniture is secured to the wall for safety.

A combination of calendars, corkboards and message boards can make family schedules run a little smoother.